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03 August 2009

Beefcake Preview Opening Night: Sabin

Gena, can you give us an anecdote regarding Sabin while writing up history?

He is a stubborn, stubborn man who has always placed victory against his enemies above falling in love -- until Gwendolyn the Timid kicks him in the balls dazzles him.

We are happy to welcome Sabin, keeper of the demon of Doubt in the Grand Opening of the Preview Club.I'm sitting down with Sabin in the red velvet gazebo of the Club, "welcome to the Club and thank you for participating in this endeavor! Can I get you anything from the bar?"

"Ice. In a bag."

It is really hard for me not to stare at him, gorgeous and with an edge of"other" he just makes my throat go dry. I try to act as though I have done this a hundred times before and somehow it feels like I'm failing miserably. So I go ahead and ask him some questions.

General:

Sabin, can you give us some details regarding yourself and your story.

The Darkest WhisperLords of the Underworld series - Book #4HQN - September 2009

Here's what the publisher has to say: New York Times bestselling sensation Gena Showalter returns with her long-awaited next installment of the Lords of the Underworld series. He is the keeper of Doubt and his entire world is about to be rocked.

Bound by the demon of doubt, Sabin unintentionally destroys even the most confident of lovers. So the immortal warrior spends his time on thebattlefield instead of the bedroom, victory his only concern.until he meets Gwendolyn the Timid. One taste of the beautiful redhead, and he cravesmore.

Gwen, an immortal herself, always thought she'd fall for a kind human whowouldn't rouse her darker side. But when Sabin frees her from prison,battling their enemies for claim to Pandora's box turns out to be nothing compared to thebattle Sabin and Gwen will wage against love.

Here's what I have to say: New York Times bestselling sensation Gena Showalter enjoyed torturing me. But Gwen is hot and rocks my world, so I guess I forgive her

· Name:Sabin, leader of the Lords of the Underworld. Well, half of them, anyway (and yeah, that's said in a grumble)

· Age:Old (But damn if I don't look a day over 30)

· Length:Long and hard (It's not bragging if it's true)

· Body build:Big.

· Hair:Dark.

· Eyes:Dark and sexy (See note about not bragging)

· Personality:Perfect (Again, not bragging)

· Favorite weapon?If it kills, I like it.

· Favorite outfit?On woman? I like 'em naked but armed.

· Turn on?Winning a battle.

· Favorite drink?Corona.

Sabin 101:

· Sabin, to prepare us for the big day of your story can you give a few quotes that speak of your "typical" behavior/humor/ attitude of yours?

"Kill them." As said to my men regarding our enemy."Like I said, you can shut the hell up, you dirty piece of shit. I've had all of you I can take." As said to my demon, oh, about a thousand times a day. "I want her." As I said to anyone who will listen after I first meet Gwen.

· Sabin, do you have a one-liner for the ladies?

Nah. I leave that for Paris. And Strider. Morons!

· If you have one, what is your favorite romantic setting?

Sorry, girls,but I'm not really a romantic kind of guy. No, seriously. I'm a fighter not a lover. I mean it. Really. Me cave-man, you she-woman.

· What do you consider your personal pros and cons?

Pros: I'm strong and courageous. I love to fight, love to win, usually win, plan ahead, am ferocious, did I mention I'm strong? Cons? Can't think of any. I'm pretty damn amazing. Well, okay, fine. Maybe there's one small thing. My demon, Doubt, has crushed the self-esteem of several past girlfriends and caused them to kill themselves. We're working on it, though.

· What car do you drive?

A stolen Escalade

· Last movie you watched?

Paris made me watch Shakespeare in Love. That dude did not look anything like Will.

Not just yes, but hell yes. I'm pretty talented with a blade. And a gun. Gods, you should see me with a bow and arrow. I haven't rocked that shit in a while, but damn, I'm good.

· Friends can't live with them, can't live without them, what's your take on it?

Can't live without them. That's why I'm willing to die for mine.

· What are your plans for tomorrow?

Kill someone. But then, that's pretty much always on the menu.

· Who can wake you up in the middle of the night for?

As I no longer do sleepovers, I can't say sex. Though I would. Wake up for it, I mean. But otherwise, I will wake up at any time for cheese tots. That stuff melts in your mouth, man.

Wooing the ladies with an excerpt:

"What can I do to help you, Gwen?" There was a shuffle of footsteps as Sabin closed the rest of the distance between them. His heat seeped into her."Air," she was finally able to force past the knot in her throat. Sabin's hands settled atop her shoulders, gently pushing. Her legs were too weak to offer any type of resistance, so she tumbled down-straight into one of those chairs. "I need air."With no hesitation, Sabin dropped to his knees. He inserted his big body between her legs and cupped her face, forcing her to focus on him. Intense brown eyes became the new center of her world, an anchor in a turbulent storm. "Take mine." His callused thumb caressed her cheek, abrading lightly. "Yes?"Take his.what? she wondered, and then she didn't care. Her chest! Constricting, pinching bone and muscle together. A sharp pain tore throughher ribs and slammed into her heart, causing the organ to skitter to amomentary halt. Gwen jerked. "You're turning blue, darling. I'm going to place my mouth over yours, give you my breath. All right? "What if this is a trick? What if-Shut up! Even in her frail haze, she knew the eerie, ghostly whisper was not her own. Thankfully, it heeded her command and quieted. Now, if only her lungs would open up. "I-I-"Need me. Let me do this." If he feared her response, he gave no indication. One of his hands trailed to the base of her neck and drew herforward, even as he leaned into her. Their lips pressed together, a heated tangle. His hot tongue pried her teeth apart, and then warm, minty air was sliding down her throat, soothing. Her arms wound around him of their own accord, holding him captive, meshing them together chest to chest, hardness to softness. His necklace was cold,even through her shirt, and pressed into her, making her gasp. She greedily took his breath. "More."

Side note from Sabin: Fine. Maybe I am a little romantic. But whatever.

I hope you enjoyed your time here at the Club Sabin, the ladies appreciateit more than I can express!

Sabin: I'm not leaving until you answer a question for me. Anyone have any cheese tots?

And now for the giveaway. Because this is my, ok Tristan, our Grand Opening of this preview night there are two giveaways: #1 is SABIN'S STORY; THE DARKEST WHISPER and #2 is THE DARKEST NIGHT - THE DARKEST KISS - THE DARKEST PLEASURE. I will send you these books via The Book Depository.co.uk. All you have to do is dip in to the conversation, enjoy yourself, leave a comment, add your e-mail addy and follow my blog via google connect in my sidebar.This contest will be open from August 3rd to August 7th and I will anounce winner on August 10th.

"Okay ladies, welcome to this preview night. I am Tristan to those who have not met me, I shake, I stirr, I whip up cocktails like no other and yes Amy *wink*, I have soda, fruit juice and water for those who do not want or like cocktails." Tristan walks behind the bar and grabs a glass, "Cecile, babe, come on up to the bar so I can make you that promised cocktail and we can have that talk."

"Jeez, man, slick, very slick of yourself. Well ladies, since Leontine ordered me to play nice I would say come on up and let me know what poison graces your taste buds!" Leontine waves a few signs at Aidan. Aidan look back at her with a droll face. "Right, fuck, yes, I forgot. Two messages, one; Sam couldn't make it. He's stuck with car trouble somewhere and that is the reason why I don't ride a classic car. He will be here for the September night though. Message number two; These are our two cocktail special's of the evening, guess what I came up with!"

OMG! Sabin! What a hot immortal warrior! *fanning self* Gotts to get my hands on his book! *panting*

Tristan! Oh, Tristan! Darling, do a lady a favor and fix her up something ice cold with a kick. Muah!

Leontine! Girl! You rock! Loved the interview. Feel free to invite Sabin back any time. That warrior is smokin'! Does Tristan have some paper towels? I need to wipe of the drool and fog that's all over my computer monitor and keyboard. Thanks!

Oh, btw, no need to enter me for the contest. I've already devoured LOTU books 1-3 and Sabin's is already on pre-order.

Elain, you're wicked woman *wink* but I'll feed you. Need to take care of you ladies!

VFG, hi there! Glad you could join us, I've heard much about you from Leontine. Something about a Joe and how good he is and then she starts to get all dreamy eyes...go figure. I'll make you something good.

Elain, a cure for a virtual hangover, sipping my passion, hhhmmm don't know actually LOL Will have to figure that one out :D

Hi VFG, yeah Sabin had my drooling too. I'll let Tristan give us a box of tissues for in the booths.

Hi Breia, Welcome here and great to meet you. Sit down and talk, have you ever read something of Gena Showalter or would the LOTU men be your first. It wouldn't be bad to get introduced to gena's work this way, not bad at all *grin*

Susi, hey neighbour, good to see you here and strawberries, now Sam would've loved to feed you strawberries. I'll give him a heads up so he can feed you next time *wink*

Had to make them Elaine, *passes baskets of cheese tots around the booths* Sam called in earlier today to say it will take him another week. The parts for his classic don't come easy. I'll prmoise you a dance later tonight, will that be ok *smile*

Hey Patti, I'll make you a passion and you know I always like to talk to you. How was your day, anything good happened? Let me get you that cocktail and I'll sit with you for a moment!

OMg I cant wait to read Sabin's Book I have read the other 3 in this series and I loved every word of the books. I have been not so patiently waiting for this one and the rest. The LOTU Seriously Rock. Thank you for the chance to win this book.

Oh, okay, this was definitely a way to brighten up my Monday afternoon! ;)

Tristan does sound amazing, but Sabine's got my full attention right now... I love Showalter's books, I've read all of them and I'm anxious awaiting the next ones. :D

Now, don't get too wild ladies! Remember, it's only Monday, and many of you probably have work tomorrow! :)

Oh, and Dottie, you mentioned something about a 'big heaping plate of dark and sexy" guys? Are you going to share girl, or just keep them over in your corner? LOL.

I'm not much of a drinker... It's been advised by my friends years ago that I not touch alcohol at a party, so... I guess I'll just have a nice cold soda or something. Unless Tristan has some really good Virgin drinks back there... *wink*

Wow! What a great party! Is there any wine? White is my fav! Not feeling daring enough to try something new, sorry... I loved the insights into Sabin from the interview! I am sooooo exited about The Darkest Whisper! Smiles!!!

I see on the site there is an ebooks for LOTU..do you need to read them to follow the story?And I thought I read somewhere there is a new ebook that just came out, do we have to read that one too to not be lost in the storyline.

Book_Queen, I can do virgin. Virgin Hot Sex or Passionate Virgin or Virgin Flamingo cocktail. When you make up your mind I'll take Elain to the dancefloor. Come on Elaine, hit your favorite tune on the jukebox and come swing your hips!

well, i've gotten all the other books so far and i'm fidgeting in my seat for this one too! it took me a while to warm up to sabin, but i think i'll like him just fine now! this is my favorite book series ever :) hot immotral men, wonderful mythology.. i'm ALL IN. :)

Hi Leontine -- what a launch! It is definitely cocktail hour here in the states now, and Sabin's cover is the hottest yet in this awesome, steamy series! Your upcoming lineup looks scrumptious, too! Keep the beefcake coming!

I love, love, love the Lords of the Underworld! Sabin sounds more and more sexy every day. He's just full of snark, you know? And he's a bit self-deprecating regarding the demon - but only in that sense, which is hilarious.

Feel free to pick me as the winner. I don't mind. ;) I'm following you on google friend connect now.

This preview finally convinced me. As soon as I can. I'm starting this series I love what I've read so far and can't wait to start the series.Please count me in. Would love to win Sabin or one of the other Lords of the Underworld.

I have read the first 3 books of this series, and now am even MORE impatient for Sabin's story!!! ARGH! But thank you so much for this little teaser...just might get me through until August 25th! LOL! It's so very far away! :'(

I finally get here!!! I had the roughest day possible, but it is okay.. I am here now... And girl, your party is rocking!!!! I am sorry I am late!!!

Oh Tristan... Oh my dear gorgeous Tristan!! It looks like I am the only lady here at this time, I promise to tip big and I know the service is the best around!!!! ***very evil wicked smile going on right now cuz I have all of him to myself ~insert evil laughter~***

I will have some of whatever you are in.. I mean making!!! It is late and I can stay here alll night long!!!

Aidan... I agree with Tristan, take the chip off your shoulder... you might actually have fun!! LOL!!! Or better yet... well, I better not say that!!! I might help if you play nice sometimes, we might play nice back!!!!**I know Tristan, I am just saying... I am not leaving you Tristan**cecile going back to Tristan... I was only trying to play nice with Aidan, wicked smile**

Blodeuedd, you are a smart girl...lol!!! Lucien... damn that man is hot as hell!!! LMAO!!!

Leontine, I will partake in giveaway #1, because I have all of giveaway #2. If I can do that, if not, don't worry!!

Good morning everyone, I'm a bit wrung out after yesterday evening and I see many more joint the party.

Hi JennJ - Glad to see you here and send you an e-mail with details!

Hi Jo Ann - great to meet you and what a woman wouldn't do with Sabin *grin*

Hi Audrey A - Welcome here. My mind is a bit clouded (Passion # 1 went well, #2 was going easy #3 did me in) Reyes, traveling to LOTU site...aaahhhh yes, Reyes, now that I see his cover. I remember him LOL

Hi whateverfor - If luck is on your side I am sure you'll win :D And I'll back cheese tots all day if Sabin will keep me company too!

Hi Smokinhotbooks, great to see you and I even heard some online sites have release dates as early and I believe 25thof August! Perhaps you'll have another Lora Leigh episode at what was it; Barnes and Noble, that would be nice :D

Hi Amy - When I read it all back my heart skipped a beat, LOTU needs some prime time from me.

Cecile!!! Hey girl, I missed you but I'm so glad you got to drop by (((hugs)))Of course you can speak your preference for what giveaway you like to be entered in, totally forgot to mention that!!

Pearl, Hi girl, so glad you got to swing by (((hugs))) Your love for Gena's novels has infected me as well but then again, you have that effect on my once or twice before *wink* I can still remember those ARC's coming in for the LOTU series LOL Pearl, I'll call later this week to see how you are doing!

Hi Blodeuedd - Good morning and lets have breakfast, how about some croissants and juice? Pearl, sip on the juice, fluids and vitamins is important now.

Cecile, babe, I know you have to work hard but I missed you last night. You come by on any day of the week and I'll make you a special cocktail and we'll do some talking then *wink* Right now it is making breakfast for some ladies still dropping by so they have a good start of the day.

Pearl, let me take care of your vitamin shot and make you a freshly squeezed fruit juice cocktail.

Blodeuedd, what stirrs you this early in the morning and what can I get you. Fruit juice, tea,chocolate milk? Just give me a shout and I'll get it.

Hey Cecile, I don't think I do nice very well but I'll think on the dancing part. Tristan had the balls to throw a dare in my face can you believe the bastard!? So now what: A Full Monty - You can leave your hat on scene...like that is going to happen. Nah, no full monty but I'll think on the dancing ala Coyote Ugly thing on the bar.

Blodeuedd, woman, you know how to give a wake up call. Lets go do breakfast, Trustan is already whisteling in the kitchen for crying out loud!

OI just read Sabin's intro and knowing this Lord from the previous books it only added spice to read his novel.

While walking into the club I give Tristan a wicked wink, sit down at booth and snap my figners as a sign for Aidan to come to me so I can order my fave cocktail, it's alcohol-free but dayum trust me Tristan knows his way around to bring me something rather tasty.

Good morning everyone,gees Leontine,what happened last night?You left me lying there all night ;)

**gets up,walks over to bar,adjusting top and skirt,smooths hair,sits on bar stool***

Tristan, I'll have a Mimosas.What's the saying.."you have to have a bit of the hair of the dog that bit you" or something like that..hey I'm virtually hungover,give a girl a break ;)all I know is it means more drinking..lol.

Hi everyone, What a love for the LOTU series and Sabin 0-0 wow!! I just wanted to post a reminder about the contest: Leave a comment showing the love for Sabin - leave your e-mail addy and follow me via google connect in the sidebar of my blog. That will open the door to the goods every time you enter a Beefcake contest on my blog.

I love this contest,I'm having so much fun,being laid up in bed with this summer flu,this party helps.If I don't win I'm definatly going out and buying this series and move them to the top of the TBR list.-------------

Now where are the fellas?

I left and made myself presentably again :)I need a drink**Knocks on bar**where are Tristan and Aidan?A Demon from Hell boys!!! :)

Hey Leontine!! I am sneaking in here from work!!! I think I figured a way around the slow computer... I just can't go to my place!!! But I can (at least I am crossing my fingers that this is not just a glich) visit everyone else!!! I think!!!

Anyway... when I posted my last comment it was close or a little past midnight my time... And I forgot to tell you that I am follower of your's and my email addy is alliwantandmorebooks(at)gmail(dot)com.And I forgot to talk about the Lords!!! OMG... okay, if anyone has missed the boat of reading these books, you simply must!!! They are all very yum-me men!!!! Maddox, Lucien (mine), Reyes (Charlotte's), Paris (I'll claim that big flirt), Aeron, Sabin, Gideon and the list goes on... are allll sooo very yum-me-for-my-.... =)

elaing8, Girl you had me cracking up last night despite the fact that my eye lids were closing on me while reading!!! I think I did see you dance on the tables last night, but don't worry, you had company... me apparently your were a little too drunk and I was tried and drunk and you are very convincing!!!!Tristan told me that we did very good... he racked in some tips from us, lol!!!

**Tristan!!! I am at work, but make me whatever you wish, as long as I can drink it from your body!!!** Oh, did I say that outloud.Oh and Tristan, I will take care of Sam when he gets here... I know how much hot water (we'll be in) he will be in!!! You can join us in the hot water if you would like!!!The more the merrier!!!I need to start early to make up for missing yesterday!!!!See.... what you do to me!!That man and a drink - can make me do anything! Sneaking from work to see him!!! OH but he is sooo worth it!!!

Cecile, Glad I could make you laugh.Those drinks are powerful.Things are slowly coming back to me.I knew I'd end up dancing on the table.But I'm glad I wasn't alone.Take Tristan for a whirl on the dance floor, he's a good dancer ;)

Now we just need to convince Aidan to some dancing on the table tops

Aidan what will it take?**bats eyelashes,slurps the last of my drink**

I absolutely love the Lords of the Underworld series. I've read every one so far. But the thing is I never really knew Sabin...well until now;D Thanks for making this blog about him, it's really great.

My time... 10:19 pm Tuesday night... ***I have been sitting in the corner booth watching everyone... sipping (okay chugging) my drink... told you I have to make up for not being here yesterday***

elaing8 ~ honey, no matter how tired I was last night... You were not having dancing on the table tops by yourself... and I am a very accomodating person!!! And a very bit tipsy!!! We had a blast... Oh.. and how is your vitrual hangover?? I was concerned about you!!

Not sure what we have to offer to Aidan to get him to loosen up... I kinda had one kink out of his system earlier.... Aidan... you can dance Coyote Ugly style, honey as long as you smile... *sip sip** you can do whatever you please!And I am sure I could get you to place very nicely ***very evil wicked smile***Thanks for allowing us play time Leontine!!! I think everyone **including me when I can get here** is having a blast!!!

Too bad I'm preggos and I don't drink anyway. Everyone looks like they are having fun. :P

I'm just dropping in to say that I can't wait for Sabin's tale to be released! Been waiting for another installment for the Lords of the Underworld for a while, and can't wait to get my greedy hands on it :D

-elaing8You can start the Darkest Fire at anytime. It's just a short story that goes more in depth about what happened before the Lords became Lords. It goes the same for for the Darkest Prison. Hope that helps.